The calls in Watseka included 33 fires - 23 structure fires, one vehicle fire and nine other fires.
In all, the department saw $1,400,400 in fire loss - or about $42,436 per fire.
The department also received 29 false calls, including one malicious call and 28 other false calls.
One fire service member was injured in fire-related incidents.
Watseka Volunteer Fire Department fire incidents
| 2017 | 2018 | Year-over-year change (%) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Building Fires | 20 | 23 | 15 |
| Vehicle Fires | 6 | 1 | -83.3 |
| Other Fires | 7 | 9 | 28.6 |
| Total Fires | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| Total Calls | 57 | 62 | 8.8 |
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